The average train between Rochdale and Falkirk takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Falkirk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Rochdale and Falkirk. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Falkirk at 2:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Falkirk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Falkirk station via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
Rochdale to Falkirk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Falkirk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Falkirk Grahamston station.
Book your Rochdale to Falkirk train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Falkirk is 285 km. The road distance is 409 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Falkirk Grahamston via Bolton, Preston, and Haymarket in around 5h 28m.